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Why is my 3-legged dog trembling, not active, but eating normally?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 8 years and 7 months old

My 3 legged dog is trembling and won't walk very much. He is eating normally. He stops trembling when i bring him inside but still isn't as active.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on November 13th, 2016

Trembling can be a sign of weakens or pain, it might be related to the fact that he has 3 legs or maybe it is totally unrelated. I would recommend taking Nemo to the vet in order to have him checked, maybe he is developing arthritis and needs some antiinflammatories.

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